Dr. Rich Strikwerda graduated from the School of Dentistry at the University of Michigan in 1982 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Prior to his studies at the U of M he attended Calvin College, graduating there in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Dr. Rich was born and raised in Holland Michigan and attended Holland Christian Schools.
After finishing dental school, Dr. Rich worked for 2 years as dentist and director of the Jackson Area Dental Clinic, a public health clinic focused on providing dental care to low-income children in Jackson, as well as providing educational experiences to the University's School of Dentistry. After his work there, Dr. Rich and Dr. Susan Strikwerda moved to Holland to join Dr. James'(Rich's father) practice and form Strikwerda Family Dentistry. In 1996, the practice outgrew it's original location on 29th Street, and moved to the more-spacious current location on West 35th Street. Since graduating from dental school, Dr. Rich has kept his education up to date by attending continuing education classes on a regular basis, helping to insure that patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced dental care available.
Dr. Rich tries to travel yearly to Central America to provide dental care to adults and children in remote areas there. He has also participated in various programs that provide donated dental services.
Dr. Rich is a member of the American Dental Association as well as the Michigan Dental Association. He has served as deacon and elder in his church and as a Holland Christian School board member. In his spare time, he enjoys among other things, hiking, golf, computers/technology and reading. Dr. Rich feels blessed to be able to serve God, family, patients and staff in this wonderful community, and enjoys his career today more than ever.
Dr. Susan Strikwerda was born in Lajolla, California. Her father's career in the Navy enabled their family to live in many places on the east and west coast as well as Hawaii and Spain. In 1979 she graduated from Calvin College and in 1984 obtained a D.D.S. degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. She then joined the dental practice with her husband and father-in-law.
Dr. James Strikwerda was born and raised in Grand Rapids. He attended Calvin College and in 1953 received his degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. After graduation he served in Korea as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Dental Corp. In July 1955 he and his wife Dolly moved to Holland and started his dental practice.
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Rating 4.3 out of 5 based on 6 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestBrenda Heerdt
2 years ago
Always friendly staff!
Melissa DeHaan
2 years ago
well we did like this service, up until they said they would no longer take our insurance. They wanted us to do all the paper for them. Like pay them up front and have us wait for insurance to pay us back. Why bother having a billing department.
Kate Jacobs
3 years ago
The BEST dentist! The dental hygienists are friendly, thorough, and seem to enjoy their job. The front desk ladies are knowledgeable and one step ahead of everything. Dr. Strikwerda is so passionate about his profession and his clinic. He is kind, honest, gentle, and takes the time to educate his patients so they can make informed decisions about their care. Both doctors are so great at what they do. For such great dental care it is well worth my drive!!
Kate Jacobs
4 years ago
The BEST dentist! The dental hygienists are friendly, thorough, and seem to enjoy their job. The front desk ladies are knowledgeable and one step ahead of everything. Dr. Strikwerda is so passionate about his profession and his clinic. He is kind, honest, gentle, and takes the time to educate his patients so they can make informed decisions about their care. Both doctors are so great at what they do. For such great dental care it is well worth my drive!!
Kelli Spicer
4 years ago
My first appointment at this office was two weeks ago and it was an excellent experience! The office is clean and well organized and the staff is fantastic! My hygienist was welcoming and gentle with my inflamed gums. My dentist sat with me for around 15 minutes just to give me the details of the issues he saw regarding my teeth. He talked about his plans to reduce the number of cavities that I would experience in the future. I have never had a dentist take the time to explain my care the way that he did. I appreciate his thoroughness and the way that he took the time to make sure that I understood the issues. I highly recommend this office!!!
Kelli Spicer
5 years ago
My first appointment at this office was two weeks ago and it was an excellent experience! The office is clean and well organized and the staff is fantastic! My hygienist was welcoming and gentle with my inflamed gums. My dentist sat with me for around 15 minutes just to give me the details of the issues he saw regarding my teeth. He talked about his plans to reduce the number of cavities that I would experience in the future. I have never had a dentist take the time to explain my care the way that he did. I appreciate his thoroughness and the way that he took the time to make sure that I understood the issues. I highly recommend this office!!!
Matt Goetz
5 years ago
Great place to have dental work done. They are friendly and always work to make sure the patient is fully informed. Dr. Rich is very experienced and does great work. I drive from out of town because I trust them to make sure everything is done right.
Matt Goetz
6 years ago
Great place to have dental work done. They are friendly and always work to make sure the patient is fully informed. Dr. Rich is very experienced and does great work. I drive from out of town because I trust them to make sure everything is done right.
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